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UPCOMING EVENTS

  • Wednesday, June 19 - Sunday, June 23
    Unchained: Play by Play Festival
    17th annual fesitval, w/8 world premieres. Some of country’s best contemporary dramatists explore the ways we loosen the chains we’ve forged and sometimes tighten them. Wed & Thu 7:30pm, Fri & Sat 8pm and Sun 2pm. Phone: 518-822-9667. Email: contact@stageworkshudson.org. Url: http://stageworkshudson.org.

  • Thursday, June 20
    Dragonflies & Damselflies
    21st Century Damsels and Dragonsw/ Audubon educator Larry Federman; for children & families at 10am, $5. Phone: 518-828-0135. Url: http://olana.org.

  • Friday, June 21
    Bach Sonatas
    Aston Magna Concert w/Daniel Stepner, violin, and Peter Sykes, harpsichord for an evening of J. S. Bach's six sonatas for violin and harpsichord. Concert at 8pm. Pre-concert lecture one hour before. Phone: 845-758-7887. Email: astonmagna@optonline.net. Url: http://astonmagna.org.

  • Friday, June 21 - Sunday, June 23
    A Little Night Music
    Rhinebeck Theatre Society presentation: Story revolves around tangled web of love affairs; past and present lovers; a witty, farcical and dramatic musical celebration of love (with song "Send In the Clowns") . Directed by Ellen Honig Fri–Sat 8pm, Sun 3pm. Phone: 845-876-3080. Url: http://centerforperformingarts.org.

  • Friday, June 21
    Yoga Sun Salutations
    To celebrate 50 yrs of Scenic Hudson! Meet mid-bridge on the Walkway and bring towel & yoga mat. 10:30am–noon. Phone: 845-473-4440. Url: http://scenichudson.org.

  • Saturday, June 22
    Miami String Quartet
    W/artistic directors Sharon Robinson and Jaime Laredo. Beethoven, String Quartet in F Minor, Op. 95, "Serioso"; Shostakovich, String Quartet No. 9 in E-flat Major, Op. 117; Mendelssohn, String Quartet in F Minor, Op. 80; at 8pm. HV Chamber Music Circle. Phone: 845-339-7907. Email: hvcmc.bardcenter@gmail.com. Url: http://hvcmc.org.

  • Saturday, June 22
    The DownTown Ensemble
    Featuring new music of open instrumentation, the Ensemble returns to HOH with a program of sound/text works. $15/ $12. 8pm. Phone: 518-822-1438. Email: info@hudsonoperahouse.org. Url: http://hudsonoperahouse.org.

  • Saturday, June 22
    Children's Play Day
    Learn about lives of children who lived 200 years ago. For ages 6–12. Free, from 11am–1pm. Phone: 518-537-4240. Url: http://friendsofclermont.org .

  • Saturday, June 22 - Sunday, June 23
    The Persephone Project http
    This Hudson teen theatre project (http), will perform matinees; free for all ages. Call HOH for times and more info. Phone: 518-822-1438. Email: info@hudsonoperahouse.org. Url: http://hudsonoperahouse.org.

  • Sunday, June 23
    Herb Walk & Talk
    W/Dana and Michael Eudy at their Germantown CSA herb farm & apothecary. Sign up at library or by email. Phone: 518-537-5800. Email: germantownlibraryevents@yahoo.com. Url: http://germantownlibrary.org.

  • Wednesday, June 26
    Meeting at Climbery
    Meet at The Climbery in Livingston. Visitors welcome, but pls. sign up. Call Brenda Brockett at number given for time and registration.

  • Friday, June 28
    Masterworks of Bach & Marais
    Aston Magna Concert: Bach's Jauchzet Gott in allen Laenden & the Second Brandenburg & music of Marin Marais (featured in the film Tous les matins du monde. W/soprano Dominique Labelle. Concert at 8pm; pre-concert lecture an hour before. Phone: 845-758-7887. Email: astonmagna@optonline.net. Url: http://astonmagna.org.

  • Friday, June 28
    Summer Reading Kickoff
    With Dan Liebel and his snakes, turtles, lizards and other reptile friends. Snacks, games, prizes and chance to sign up for summer reading program. At 6pm. Phone: 845-757-3771. Email: tivolilibrary@gmail.com. Url: http://tivolilibrary.org.

  • Friday, June 28 - Sunday, June 30
    Pop-Up Sale and Show
    One weekend only! Fine art in variety of mediums by 20 Hudson River Valley artists. Cash and carry, come early, stay late. Reception 6/29 from 6–8 pm. Gallery Hours: Fri 5–9, Sat 1–9, Sun 1–5. Email: mtcole@valstar.net. Url: http://tivoliartistsco-op.com.

  • Saturday, June 29
    Kalichstein-Laredo-Robinson Trio
    Program: Beethoven, Trio, Op 1, No. 2; Previn, Trio No. 2; Brahms, Piano Quartet No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 25; at 8pm. HV Chamber Music Circle. Phone: 845-339-7907. Email: hvcmc.bardcenter@gmail.com. Url: http://hvcmc.org.

  • Saturday, June 29
    Amy Helm for RH Education
    3rd annual benefit, featuring local vocalist/musician, for Red Hook Education Foundation, helping to develop & promote special opportunities to Red Hook Schools and students. 7pm. Url: http://redhookeducationfoundation.com.

  • Saturday, June 29
    Progressive Dairy Goat Show
    Dutchess Cty Fairgrounds. Rt. 9, Rhinebeck. Call for details. Phone: 845-876-4001. Email: info@dutchessfair.com. Url: http://dutchessfair.com.

  • Sunday, June 30
    Re-Opening of FDR Library
    The Roosevelt Library brings a "New Deal to a New Generation." Grand opening of new permanent museum exhibits with special interactives, immersive audio‐visual theaters, and rarely seen artifacts that tell the story of the Roosevelt era. Public opening 2–8pm. Email: clifford.laube@nara.gov. Url: http://www.fdrlibrary.marist.edu.

  • Thursday, July 4
    150th Anniversary Gettysburg
    Commemorating the battle. Program: Legion Color Guard, Benediction by Pastor Mark Isaacs, stories of Rhinebeck Civil War Veterans and brief history of battle. 10am–11am. Phone: 845-876-0246. Email: dhmny@aol.com. Url: http://rhinebeckhistoricalsociety.org.

  • Thursday, July 4
    Old-Fashioned Independence Day
    Crafts, reenactors, music, entertainment, hot food. Perfect day for families. 2pm–10pm; $10 per car/ friends $8. Phone: 518-537-4240. Url: http://friendsofclermont.org .

Dutch's Spirits: This Time It's Legal

by Christopher Matthews  

In Pine Plains: the resurrection of Dutch Schultz’s one-time "turkey farm."

Clermont Reclaims Its Cottage

by Teresa Vilardi  

The modest refuge that served as home for the last of the Clermont Livingstons takes on a whole new set of uses.

Local History

"Here Shall the Press. . . "

by Claudine & Christopher Klose  

The Poughkeepsie Journal presents a political history of Dutchess County.

Clermont Reclaims Its Cottage

by Teresa Vilardi  

The modest refuge that served as home for the last of the Clermont Livingstons takes on a whole new set of uses.

General Interest

Ooohh, Honey!

by CaitJohnson  

Some healthy suggestions that prove why honey’s not only delicious but good for you.

It’s All About the Dogs

by Arlene Wege  

A remarkable organization and its campaign to clear the record (and the good name) of the pit bull.

Building & Home

Confessions of a Casual Gardener

by Dorothy Dow Crane  

Admiration for the weeds?

Food & Wine

Ooohh, Honey!

by CaitJohnson  

Some healthy suggestions that prove why honey’s not only delicious but good for you.

Down Home in Uptown

by Mary Leonard  

Three cafés enliven the local scene.

Health & Wellness

Ooohh, Honey!

by CaitJohnson  

Some healthy suggestions that prove why honey’s not only delicious but good for you.

Travels with My Aunt: Through the Looking Glass of Nursing Homes

by Rachel Cavell  

An unexpected relationship brings home some elemental but difficult truths.

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Dutchess/Columbia Community Businesses

Shop and dine at our charming “barn” on the 500-acre Greig Farm in Upper Red Hook. Select from the “harvest” of 40+ local farmers, food and beverage producers. Here you'll find Gigi specialty items, local produce, and Hudson Valley–made products. Seasonal pick-your-own on site; Sunday brunch. Look for our seasonal Saturday evening "Agriturismo" dinners. For catering call 845-758-8060.

Montgomery Row 6422 Montgomery St., Rhinebeck
845-876-1007

Commercial and residential site development and buildings; civil, structural and building engineering; architectural services. We would like to help you develop plans for new construction or alterations. With over 25 years of experience we can add value to your project—call today or visit our website. Timothy A. Lynch, PE, RA, AIA, LEED AP. ASCE Structural Engineering Institute.

Firehouse Plaza Suite 5, Red Hook
845-758-5434

"Destination Restaurant" by Culinary Institute of America. Four stars from the Poughkeepsie Journal & "Best Sushi in the Hudson Valley" — Zagat's. Tucked in the heart of Rhinebeck, Osaka has been the go-to-sushi restaurant for 17 years. Chefs work in rhythm to craft sushi, sashimi, and rolls from a vividly bright palette of salmon, tuna, yellowtail, squid, uni, and other varieties of fish. For diners looking to take a break from the raw dishes, Osaka serves a variety of tempura, teriyaki, hibachi, and noodle bowl dinners. Eat-in or take-out.

22 Garden St. , Rhinebeck
845-876-7338

Taste the difference. We provide high quality food and catering with attention to detail and exquisite presentation. Seasonal fresh, local ingredients used. Call to discuss your upcoming event.

One E. Market St., Red Hook
845-758-9030

Shop and dine at our charming “barn” on the 500-acre Greig Farm in Upper Red Hook. Enjoy Gigi Skizza™, panini, farm fresh soups, salads, local beef burgers, daily specials. Gigi at Home provides prepared foods for easy everyday dining and entertaining at home—pick-up or drop-off. Artisanal breads and baked goods made daily on site.Also, look for our seasonal Saturday evening "Agriturismo" dinners.

Montgomery Row 6422 Montgomery St., Rhinebeck
845-876-1007

A place to meet, play and learn music! Lessons and Classes; Kids, teens and adults; Voice, guitar, saxophone, improv, music theater, vocal groups. Local and regional performing acts.

The Chocolate Factory 54 Elizabeth Street, Red Hook
845-444-0607

A wondrous world of discovery and imagination. Half day classes offered for two, three and four year olds.

The Chocolate Factory 54 Elizabeth St., Red Hook
845-758-0889

Durants is a local rental company with a vast assortment of party rentals to suit any event from barbeque to black tie, collegiate to corporate, disco to debutante . . . Durants Party Rentals . . . the company to keep.

1155 Route 9, Wappingers Falls
845-298-0011

Local growers noted for the high quality and extraordinary variety of our greenhouse stock, we welcome all of you, Garden Meisters, Plant Nuts and Perennial Lovers, to indulge yourselves from late April through September.

389 Salisbury Tpk, Rhinebeck
845-876-2953

Red Hook's newest coffeehouse hot spot features organic espresso and coffee, plus a simple but inexpensive food menu, with many healthy options. All set in a dimly lit "enchanted" atmosphere that will transport you away from the mundane. Come give us a try.

7484 S. Broadway, Red Hook
845-835-8345

Family owned & operated serving the Hudson Valley since 1973. We provide quality service & installations to homeowners, contractors, architects & commercial businesses. Let the "only real door company in the valley" exceed your expectations. Full showroom & parts counter. Like us on Facebook!

40 Arlington Ave, Poughkeepsie
845-471-1130

Located in Rhinebeck, Hill offers full service brokerage based on a tradition of listing and selling fine homes, farms and land in No. Dutchess and So. Columbia Counties for over 15 years.

6808 Montgomery St., Rhinebeck
845-876-8888

Town & Country Residential Services provides complete oversight of all aspects related to the care, maintenance, and security of high-end residential properties located in Northern Dutchess County. Management of contractor activity, housekeeping and grounds crews, security patrols, alarm response, and many other services tailored to individual client needs. Confidential and professional. Offering all the benefits of 24/7 caretaking coupled with the privacy of an off-site provider.

914-466-2002

Quality work for 35 years. Call Raymond Bauer for all your excavating needs; foundations, septics and land clearing. Firewood for sale.

Germantown
518-537-4521 or 518-965-1922

"Destination Restaurant" by Culinary Institute of America. Four stars from the Poughkeepsie Journal & "Best Sushi in the Hudson Valley" Zagat's. Tucked in the heart of Rhinebeck, Osaka has been the go-to-sushi restaurant for 17 years. Chefs work in rhythm to craft sushi, sashimi, and rolls from a vividly bright palette of salmon, tuna, yellowtail, squid, uni, and other varieties of fish. For diners looking to take a break from the raw dishes, Osaka serves a variety of tempura, teriyaki, hibachi, and noodle bowl dinners. Eat-in or take-out.

22 Garden St. , Rhinebeck
845-876-7338

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